Asian Lettuce Wrap
Jalapenos are the most popular chile peppers in the US. This is probably due to the availability and versatility of the chile. Jalapenos have a balanced combination of flavor and heat.
The demand for these have caused breeders to develop a broad range of varieties. You can now get jalapenos with various heat level and sizes. These can be used in salsas, stuffed, or eaten straight with cheeseburgers (my personal favorite).
Ingredients:
1 large head iceberg lettuce
1 tablespoon grape seed oil
1 pound ground turkey
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 small red onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
2 medium carrots, peeled and shredded
1 teaspoon Chinese five spice
1 pinch of red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
5 green onions, sliced thinly, white and light green parts only
Cilantro for garnish
1 lime
Instructions:
With a pairing knife, remove the core from the bottom side of the lettuce. Peel away the outer layer of lettuce and discard. Gently peel away the layers of lettuce, being careful not to tear them. Set aside.
Heat oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the turkey, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned. Add the onions and cook until soft, 2-3 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger, jalapeño, and carrots. Cook for another 2 minutes. Mix in the Chinese five spice, red pepper flakes, and soy sauce. Cook until soy sauce has been absorbed, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Scoop meat mixture into the lettuce cups, doubling up lettuce cups if they are too thin. Garnish with green onions, cilantro leaves, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Serves 4-6
From sagerecipes.com